rlackore

Post a plan file.

I believe these are the important parts of the import process: You should get this:

I didn't watch the video, but the import works for me in X14: I imported only three layers: prop-bdry > imported as terrain perimeter cont-mjr > imported as elevation data cont-mnr > imported as elevation data

I suspect the pitches shown are incorrect. At the front gable the roof plane intersection is shown at approximately 53-degrees, which is about right for the intersection of an 8:12 with a 6:12, not an 8:12 with a 4:12 (63-degrees). I'm not a roof expert, but the rear gable is impossible - the intersection of two equally-pitched planes cannot suddenly change by 15-degrees at the ridge - there must be some other lines of intersection, other planes, or something else going on.

You linked to the Clark Dietrich Shaftwall Systems page. Have you navigated to Resources>CAD Details and browsed the extensive list of details for their system? You can download the details in DWG, DXF, or PDF formats and reference them to a UL U415 design for a 1-hour or 2-hour assembly.

It's the Ramp. Select it, turn off Options>Automatic Rail Openings, then delete the Doorway.

A trivial symbol, but may be useful for older neighborhoods where the power and service utilities are overhead: Electrical Mast X14.calibz If you don't have X14, here's the SU file: Electrical Mast.skp You'll have to roll your own roof flashing.

We do plank garage floors all the time. Careful detailing is required, of course, but nothing out of the ordinary - you certainly don't need an engineer to design a waterproof deck. Typically we use a split slab design, much like a plaza deck or protected membrane roof (plank-barrier-insulation-wear layer), so the space below stays warm and dry. Plank manufacturers provide load tables, so it's no big deal to select a size, series, etc. to run your loads for the foundation design. The biggest PITA is ensuring the plank-to-foundation connection is able to transfer lateral loads imposed by adjacent horizontal diaphragms - plank manufacturers don't like to touch that topic, and there is scant testing and research to rely on. You'll need to provide the plank manufacturer with a good drawing that indicates openings, uniform loads, and point loads - their engineers will do the rest. And, of course, review the shop drawings!

Another solution is to use precast concrete planks, which can easily span 20' without intermediate support.

It may be easier to use the General Wall Defaults and select Resize About>Outer Surface; this will allow you to snap the outer surface of the wall to your CAD lines.

Maybe it has something to do with Adobe's acquisition and the assimilation of all Substance stuff into the Adobe multiverse.

Good catch DJP.

Have you scrubbed the file in ACAD and stripped out all the stuff you don't need? Maybe reducing the file size, and the amount of data, will help. Or post the file if you can and let the community give it a try.

Here's a 2017 version. pool+table+green 2017.skp

From the Reference Manual:

https://chieftalk.chiefarchitect.com/topic/19647-hastings-chelsea-small-tub/?tab=comments#comment-160884

No, you cannot change this setting, it will always measure to the outside face of the outermost trim element: fascia, shadow board, etc.

1. Top of sill plate is considered the top of the foundation wall. 2. No, the garage slab cannot be sloped. There are work-arounds, a forum search will turn up some alternatives.

SIPs are an option that will give you insulation, structure, and thickness all-in-one; they are often our go-to for this type of project. Or, sloping parallel-chord trusses with a cosmetic eave attachment built in to the truss design.

Considering the original post was from 2016, I suspect you may have done a search to find it, so perhaps you're familiar with how to find topics on this forum. But in case the Search Box at the top-right corner of the forum page is something you missed, allow me to assist you. Instructions: click on the link below, and you will be directed to a page with search results: https://chieftalk.chiefarchitect.com/search/?q=storefront&quick=1

I believe @stephenbchas the best suggestion: create a second floor and let the roof planes define the ceilings. Dormers can probably be created as usual.

It looks like the right side of the lower gable extends back into the house. Pull the back edge of that roof plane toward the front of the house, until the back edge is flush with the house exterior wall, and the attic wall should auto-build. I think.

Were you careful to select the walls below the mezzanine?

You can also try selecting the wall below the mezzanine and setting: Wall Specification>Structure>Platform Intersections>Ceiling Platform>Balloon Through Ceiling Above. It may make things a bit easier to clean up.

If I understand your intent, maybe these settings (ceiling platform) will get you close: